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Old 04-02-2012, 04:44 PM   #1 (permalink)
 
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Wood dash trim pieces?

Does anyone know of a good source for wood (or simulated wood) trim pieces for the interior?

I'm aware of the few hydro dipped pieces that Smart Madness offers, as well as the large kits sold by CarID.com.

What I'm searching for is a small kit or individual pieces since I really only want a single trim piece to cover the audio/navigation bezel surround on my 2012.

Any thoughts without resorting to custom work?

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Old 04-02-2012, 05:26 PM   #2 (permalink)
 
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Does anyone know of a good source for wood (or simulated wood) trim pieces for the interior?

I'm aware of the few hydro dipped pieces that Smart Madness offers, as well as the large kits sold by CarID.com.

What I'm searching for is a small kit or individual pieces since I really only want a single trim piece to cover the audio/navigation bezel surround on my 2012.

Any thoughts without resorting to custom work?

Some How To Do It Yourself Info
Wood Grain Vinyl - Wood Grain Wrap - DINOC Wood Grain Vinyl Wrap - Woodgrain Vinyl Decal Laminate
OR
Take it off and go to a shop that does wrapping. Can't cost much for a little piece like that.

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Rolls Royce has a real good trim shop....... lol.
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I have been happy with a (non-wood) dash kit I bought from:
Smart Car Wood Grain | Smart Car Wood Dash Kits
Before I bought it (years ago) other members had recommended them for their wood dash kits.
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Look at the pictures in my gallery - page two. I have since installed a navigational unit and no longer have the "wood" around the unit. I really do miss it.

'Still have some trim on the doors, steering wheel and on the center console. I don't remember where I bought it. I plan to buy a Kia Soul when the 2013 come out and I will be shopping for wood trim for it.

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Check out wooddashexperts.com

Extensive product choices.Great looking and lasting.Reasonably priced.
Very easy DIY install. I chose "burl walnut".Check my interior photos in the Members Photos section.................
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Extensive product choices.Great looking and lasting.Reasonably priced.
Very easy DIY install. I chose "burl walnut".Check my interior photos in the Members Photos section.................
Looks very nice:

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Looks great!

I am leaning towards burl walnut for mine, but I may splurge for the $5 sample pack to compare a few of the choices before ordering a kit.

My interior is all black, so I think the darker tones would be more appropriate. I'm going for the most "OEM" appearance possible.
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Wood pieces

I purchased a set from Carid 2 years ago. They are not wood but look good. Have had no issues with them fading, peeling and after being in the Florida sun and heat still holding up well. I believe they also sell real wood in smaller sets.
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It looks good with the red interior.
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